Air Safety Investigator
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Extensive travel is required, often on short notice
- Coordinating investigative efforts with NTSB, FAA and other investigative organizations to provide timely technical support both on site and remotely
- Ensuring accident reports and related work product are professional and delivered in a timely manner
- Assisting in developing effective and efficient work policies and procedures for Air Safety Team
- Participate in complex and sensitive accident investigations and brief executive-level personnel on any potential safety concerns or unforeseen design and/or production issues
- When required, represent Continental Accident Investigation Department at meetings such as insurance reviews or FAA Continued Operational Safety (COS) briefings/reports
- Review Air Safety Investigation written products for thoroughness and accuracy
- Assist with the development/review of Continental Service Instructions, Letters, and Bulletins
- Other duties as may be assigned
Education and Experience Requirements:
- 5 years' experience in general aviation engine overhaul and maintenance, (preferably Continental) and related airframe maintenance
- Previous experience in presenting at safety seminars, pilot workshops, and/or IA renewal seminars
- Excellent communication skills and technical writing skills (ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly in writing)
- Four-year college degree (BA/BS) is beneficial, especially engineering or aviation related course work.
Computer Skills:
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook)
Certificates/Licenses:
- Must hold an FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic License. Inspection Authorization preferred
- Pilot's license is preferred.